Alexia Russell
Lime scooter death
A person has died while riding a Lime e-scooter in Auckland last night. Lime Scooters confirmed they have been in contact with police and the 59-year-old victim's family. Audio
Kiwibuild not guaranteed next year
The Prime Minsiter has said there will be a Government building programme next year but she can't guarantee that Kiwibuild will be a part of it. Audio
School ball: who gets to go?
There have been concern from parents and those in the community about some schools not allowing students to go until any outstanding fees or donations are paid up. Audio
30 years of Batman films
The big screen Batman turns 30 and so its a good time to celebrate some of those Batpeople that have come and gone ever since Gotham City's favourite son graced the big screen in Tim Burtons noir… Audio
Gender-reveal cakes to be a thing of the past
The gender-reveal cake gained traction in 2009 with reality TV stars and everyday couples cutting open cakes dyed pink or blue - which apparently denotes sexuality. But no more! The gimmick is waning.
…Holding the banks to account
The government will introduce a bank deposit guarantee scheme, to give customers better protection if their bank was to go under. It is part of the review of the Reserve Bank Act. Audio
Call for fair pay agreements
The Council of Trade Unions released a report this morning calling on the Government to honour a pre-election promise to introduce fair pay agreements. Audio
Two National MPs to retire
Senior National MP Amy Adams will retire from politics at the 2020 election. Just 45 minutes later, a second National MP, Alastair Scott, also announced he'd also be retiring at the election. Audio
The Panel with Russell Brown and Alexia Russell (Part 2)
The big screen Batman turns 30 and so its a good time to celebrate some of those Batpeople that have come and gone ever since Gotham City's favourite son graced the big screen in Tim Burtons noir… Audio
The Panel with Russell Brown and Alexia Russell (Part 1)
Senior National MP Amy Adams will retire from politics at the 2020 election. The Selwyn MP has decided to step down form her spokesperson roles in the meantime. Just 45 minutes later, a second… Audio
I've been thinking for 25 June 2019
What the Panellists Russell Brown and Alexia Russell have been thinking. Audio
Story of the Day for 25 June 2019
People are more honest than expected, according to a study about what happens when people find wallets. Audio
One the way out: dining tables, bar soap and toilet brushes
There are some things that we think will be around forever but, you might be surprised that some household items, that we take for granted, are on the endangered list. Landline phones, bar soap, top… Audio
Barbara Kendall calls out sexist Honours system
The Queen's Birthday honours list is soon to be announced and one of our great Olympians has commented on the gender imbalance in who the recipients are. Dame Barbara Kendall says our Honours system… Audio
Woman forced to give birth in an ambulance
Yesterday we covered the story of a Southland woman forced to give birth in an ambulance on Sunday Morning, when it became apparent the hour-long drive to Invercargill Hospital was not a viable… Audio
Air NZ cutting regional services
Air New Zealand is cutting flights on some domestic routes and reviewing its airfares. Nelson, Napier, New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Blenheim and Tauranga will be affected by the changes. The… Audio
Teachers mega strike
A huge strike of around 50,000 primary and secondary teachers around the country are today protesting the latest Government pay offer. Seconday school teachers have rejected three pay offers to date… Audio